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Cheteshwar Pujara vs Rohit Sharma: Who Is Better? International Stats Comparison

Who is better, Cheteshwar Pujara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the edge on the headline numbers: Rohit Sharma leads on ODI batting (4,231 runs, avg 32.0). Full T20I, ODI, Test and IPL stats are below.

Cheteshwar Pujara (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) has 51 ODI runs at avg 10.2 in 5 matches. Rohit Sharma (India) has 4,231 T20I runs at avg 32.0 in 159 matches. Head-to-head batting, bowling & fielding across T20I, ODI & Test.

Full season · batting · bowling · fielding · MOTM · form

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PLAYER 1
🏏
Cheteshwar Pujara
🔴 RCB · 8 cr
VS
PLAYER 2
🏏
Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 IND · 9.5 cr
🏏
Cheteshwar Pujara
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
BAT
8 cr
Credits
0
Avg Pts
0
Best FP
0.0
Pts/Cr
0
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
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Rohit Sharma
🇮🇳 India
BAT
9.5 cr
Credits
75
Avg Pts
214
Best FP
158.1
Pts/Cr
885
Total Runs
0
Total Wkts
⚠️These players are from different series: comparing all-time stats. For fairest comparison, pick two players from the same competition.
🔥 Clear Pick
🏏 Rohit Sharma
75 higher avg pts · 214 best fantasy score
🏏 Cheteshwar Pujara
VS
🏏 Rohit Sharma
T20I Career Overview
—Matches159
🏏 Batting
—Runs4231
—Batting Avg32.05
—Strike Rate140.89
—Centuries5
—Half-Centuries32
—Sixes 🔴205
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Best Score
121*
🎳 Bowling
—Wickets1
—Bowling Avg113.00
—Economy Rate9.97
—5-Wkt Hauls0
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Best Figures
1/22
Source: Cricsheet (cricsheet.org, CC BY 4.0) · International matches only

Cheteshwar Pujara vs Rohit Sharma · Stat Comparison Table

Head-to-head numbers at a glance. Higher value is highlighted in green (lower is better for economy and bowling/batting averages).

IPL season stats
StatisticCheteshwar PujaraRohit Sharma
Matches020
Avg fantasy points075
Best fantasy score0214
Runs0885
Strike rate0.0125.2
Fours085
Sixes049
Half-centuries (50+)05
Centuries (100+)02
Highest score0138
Catches09
Total dismissals010
International career · ODI
StatisticCheteshwar PujaraRohit Sharma
Matches5291
Runs5112120
Batting average10.2049.27
Strike rate39.2—
Centuries (100+)035
Half-centuries (50+)063
Wickets09
Bowling average—59.22
Economy rate—5.24

📋 Format by format

ODI. Cheteshwar Pujara has played 5 ODIs and Rohit Sharma 291. Cheteshwar Pujara has 51 runs at 10.2 (strike rate 39.2), against 12,120 at 49.3 for Rohit Sharma, so Rohit Sharma has scored more. Hundreds: Cheteshwar Pujara 0, Rohit Sharma 35. Fifties: 0 and 63. Rohit Sharma also bowls: 9 wickets at an economy of 5.24, while Cheteshwar Pujara has not taken a ODI wicket.

Test. Cheteshwar Pujara has played 103 Tests and Rohit Sharma 67. Cheteshwar Pujara has 7,195 runs at 43.6 (strike rate 44.4), against 4,301 at 40.6 (57.1) for Rohit Sharma, so Cheteshwar Pujara has scored more. Hundreds: Cheteshwar Pujara 19, Rohit Sharma 12. Fifties: 35 and 18.

International numbers up to 19 July 2026.

Stats updated
⚡ Strengths & Captaincy Pick
🏏 Cheteshwar Pujara
Evenly matched
🏏 Rohit Sharma
✓ Superior run-scorer
✓ Higher strike rate
✓ More big-hitting sixes
✓ Higher avg fantasy pts
👑 Captaincy Recommendation
C: 🏏 Rohit Sharma
75 avg pts · 214 best · 0 MOTM
VC: 🏏 Cheteshwar Pujara
Captaining Rohit Sharma gives you 2× pts. Always verify playing XI before locking.

Did you know: Rohit Sharma

  • His 264 against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens in 2014 is the highest individual score in ODI cricket.
  • He has three ODI double centuries, more than anyone else.
  • He scored five centuries at the 2019 World Cup, the most by anyone at a single World Cup, and has seven World Cup hundreds in all.
  • He has hit more sixes than anyone in international cricket.
Full Rohit Sharma profile →

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📝 T20I Career Comparison

Cheteshwar Pujara vs Rohit Sharma · T20I is a highly-debated cricket matchup. Below are their T20I career highlights.

Cheteshwar Pujara does not have T20I career data recorded yet.

T20I career: Rohit Sharma has scored 4,231 T20I runs in 159 matches at an average of 32.05, with 5 centuries. He has also taken 1 T20I wickets at an average of 113.00 with an economy of 9.97.

Fantasy Impact: From a pure fantasy perspective, Rohit Sharma is the stronger pick with an average of 75 pts per game in recent fantasy cricket. Always check the playing XI and toss before locking in your captain.

Stats are sourced from international career records. Compare more players using our Player Comparison Tool.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who has better fantasy stats, Cheteshwar Pujara or Rohit Sharma?

Based on recent data, Rohit Sharma has the edge with a higher average of 75 fantasy points per game. Rohit Sharma leads in runs scored (885 runs). Overall Rohit Sharma is the stronger fantasy pick this season.

Cheteshwar Pujara vs Rohit Sharma: who is a better fantasy captain?

Rohit Sharma is the recommended fantasy captain pick, averaging 75 pts per game with a best score of 214 pts. As captain you earn 2× points, so choosing the player in better form is crucial. Always check the toss and playing XI before finalising your captain.

Who has a better strike rate, Cheteshwar Pujara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has the superior batting strike rate this season (125.2), making them more valuable in T20 cricket where quick scoring is rewarded with bonus fantasy points.

What is the price difference between Cheteshwar Pujara and Rohit Sharma?

Cheteshwar Pujara costs 8 Cr and Rohit Sharma costs 9.5 Cr in current fantasy. The player with lower credits who delivers similar points gives you better value, freeing up budget for other expensive picks.

How many MOTM awards have Cheteshwar Pujara and Rohit Sharma won?

Cheteshwar Pujara has won 0 Man of the Match awards and Rohit Sharma has won 0 MOTM awards. MOTM winners earn +25 bonus fantasy points, making them extremely valuable.

Should I pick Cheteshwar Pujara or Rohit Sharma in my fantasy XI?

If you can only pick one, Rohit Sharma is the statistically stronger fantasy cricket pick this season. However, consider the match conditions: if Royal Challengers Bengaluru are favourites, more of their players will contribute, and vice versa for India. Use this comparison tool to make an informed decision every match.

Who has more ODI runs, Cheteshwar Pujara or Rohit Sharma?

Rohit Sharma has more ODI runs: Cheteshwar Pujara has 51 in 5 matches (average 10.2) and Rohit Sharma has 12,120 in 291 (average 49.3).

Who has more Test runs, Cheteshwar Pujara or Rohit Sharma?

Cheteshwar Pujara has more Test runs: Cheteshwar Pujara has 7,195 in 103 matches (average 43.6) and Rohit Sharma has 4,301 in 67 (average 40.6).
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